Wednesday, August 22, 2012

The OMPT Channel Review

Dr. Erson Religioso (creator ofThe Manual Therapist blog) and
I were fortunate enough to connect over the blogosphere just a little over a year
ago. In fact, we actually began our blogs around the same time, however, we’ve seen
something very special in the hands of Dr. "E".

Through The OMPT Channel, Dr. Religioso offers direct video access
to information and techniques centering but not limited to Orthopedic Manual Physical
Therapy. What is perhaps the most striking about the quality of the content is that he makes available Fellowship level strategies and techniques. This level of information is typically available only to individuals
who have received a graduate degree in physical therapy, and, have undergone an additional two
years of intensive post-graduate training. Many in
the profession consider fellowship level training as the highest post-graduate
level of training available to orthopedic manual therapy.

The OMPT channel offers a wide array of content spanning
from EDGE tool techniques and spinal manipulation to eclectic strategies and
assessments gathered though Dr. E’s own personal experience (for which his accoladesspeak volumes).

The price of such a resource is unthinkably affordable at $4.99
a month, or, $49.99 a year. The channel’s interface is very easy to use, and, the videos are clear and quickly understandable - I'd expect nothing less from a faculty member of several Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.

As a Physical Therapist who practices in three very
different settings of Acute Care, Wellness, and concierge Home Health, the OMPT
channel is an invaluable resource to me when I need another perspective or
review of technique.

I highly recommend the OMPT channel to practicing
clinicians, and, especially to Physical Therapy students studying manual
techniques for practicums, labs, and examinations.

My kudos and deepest appreciation to Dr. Religioso for
sharing his knowledge, and, making it available in such an
easily accessible venue.